Indigestion

Indigestion is the incomplete or imperfect digestion usually accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms; pain, nausea and vomiting, heartburn and acid regurgitation, accumulation of gas and belching. Here is what you can do:

Have a thorough check up to rule out any serious medical condition

1. Consider probiotics such as acidophilus or stomach smoothing remedy like fennel, chamomile or ginger
2. Include more raw fruits and vegetables in your diet, including freshly squeezed juice
3. Eat fresh pineapple after meals for a natural source of bromelain
4. Chew food thoroughly to promote saliva, which contains digestive enzymes that begin the digestive process.
5. Eat slowly to minimize the amount of air you take in
6. Don't overeat or lie down within an hour of eating

Lose weight if you are overweight.

Updated June 2000

Donna Tinnerello, MS, RD, CD/N is a registered dietitian, living in Manhattan, with more than 10 years experience in HIV and nutrition. Her subspecialties are cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal disease, diabetes and weight management.
Donna is available for private consultation by referral only. Ms.Tinnerello has donated time and articles to our web site at always your choice and we sincerely appreciate her contributions.